Lot 325:Two Civil War U.S. Percussion Saddle Ring Carbines

October 4th, 2024|Bedford, TX

Lot 325:Two Civil War U.S. Percussion Saddle Ring Carbines

October 4th, 2024|Bedford, TX

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,400 - $2,000

A) Burnside Rifle Co. Third Model Carbine

Manufactured 1862.

ConditionFair, with bright grey patina, mild pitting throughout, softened markings, and the refinished wood having minor hipping/handling marks and a couple repairs. Mechanically fine.

Details

ManufacturerBurnside Rifle Co

ModelBurnside-Carbine

TypeRifle

Serial number

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge54

Barrel21 inch round

Finishblue/casehardened

Stockwalnut

Bore conditionSlight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting

Item LocationBedford, TX

B) Starr Arms Co. Carbine

Manufactured c. 1862-1865, "H.G.S." on left of barrel.

ConditionGood, with mostly grey patina and polished brass barrel band, light pitting scattered throughout, and the refinished wood a couple repairs at the toe and minor chipping and handling marks. Mechanically fine.